5/6 ingredients recognized
How we scored this
PureScore is the stored composite of ingredient safety (40%), formulation quality (30%), contaminant risk (20%) and label transparency (10%). This label matched 5 of 6 listed ingredients. Unmatched names never wear an Excellent stamp. Methodology
RED WHITE & BLUE POP COLD SPARKLING WATER BEVERAGE
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Flagged concerns
aspartame
IARC classifies as possibly carcinogenic; neurological effects reported; not for phenylketonurics.
acesulfame potassium phenylketonurics: contains phenylalanine
Limited safety data; may affect insulin response; animal studies showed tumor increases.
natural flavor potassium citrate
Vague term masking hundreds of possible compounds; may include MSG, beaver anal gland secretions, and other sources.
Full ingredient list
carbonated water, citric acid, natural flavor potassium citrate, potassium benzoate (preservative), aspartame, acesulfame potassium. phenylketonurics: contains phenylalanine.
Ingredient analysis
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